This episode focuses on helping individuals understand the collaborative divorce process and how it can offer a better perspective on financial management for all involved. I have the privilege of speaking with John LeMieux, co-founder and principal of Anton LeMieux Financial Group. With extensive credentials as a Certified Financial Planner and Certified Divorce Financial Analyst, John brings decades of expertise to the table. In our conversation, he breaks down the collaborative divorce process, sharing its benefits and the roles of professionals involved. Discover why collaborative divorce might be the right path for you and how it can lead to more amicable resolutions.


John shares his unique journey from working with family-owned businesses to pioneering the development of collaborative divorce in Maine. John sheds light on the role of financial consultants in both collaborative and traditional divorce processes, emphasizing the importance of understanding, empathy, and the distinction between fairness and equity.


Whether you're navigating the stormy waters of divorce or simply interested in the financial dynamics involved, this episode offers invaluable insights and practical advice. Tune in as we explore how to ensure financial security and well-being during and after a divorce.


About the Guest:


Using his expertise and experience, John LeMieux has played a role in promoting the practice of "collaborative divorce" in Maine, where both parties involved are advised by legal counsel, a neutral financial expert, and a mental health professional. John has been guiding clients through the complex world of financial planning and investing since 1993. He is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER TM professional and a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst® professional.


John was a founding member of the Maine Collaborative Law Alliance and is founder and the board president of the Amputee Association of Maine. He was a long-time board member and officer of the Institution of Family Owned Business.


To connect with John:

Website: www.antonlemieux.com

About the Host:

Mardi Winder-Adams is an ICF and BCC Executive and Leadership Coach, Certified Divorce Transition Coach, and a Credentialed Distinguished Mediator in Texas. She has worked with women in executive, entrepreneur, and leadership roles navigating personal, life, and professional transitions. She is the founder of Positive Communication Systems, LLC.


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